The Specialty Hospital… The premier destination for medical tourism in the Middle East

In a world where healthcare has become one of the most important reasons for travel, medical tourism is no longer a luxury but a strategic decision made by patients in search of the best treatment, highest quality, easy access, and least risk. In the heart of the Middle East, the name of the Specialty Hospital in Amman stands out as one of the most trusted and growing medical destinations in the region.

Today, Arab patients no longer need to travel thousands of kilometers to Europe or the United States to receive advanced treatment. At the Specialty Hospital, they find the same level of advanced medicine, but in a similar cultural environment, with faster response times and competitive prices.

A destination built on trust

Since its establishment, the Specialty Hospital has distinguished itself with its medical achievements. It was inaugurated in 1993 and now includes 265 beds, employing more than 1,000 highly qualified staff. The hospital has served more than 7.5 million patients from over 160 nationalities during its journey and performed more than 380,000 surgeries, making it a regional referral center for patients from all over the world. 

The highest standards of quality… The pillar of patients’ trust

One of the main reasons the Specialty Hospital has become a regional destination for medical tourism is the management’s commitment to applying international quality standards to ensure the highest level of medical and hospitality services for patients. As a result, the Specialty Hospital has become one of the most accredited hospitals in the region, receiving numerous local and international accreditations, certificates, and awards. Among them,

• The first and only hospital to achieve the King Abdullah II Award for Excellence for two consecutive cycles
• Accredited by The Joint Commission International (JCI) since 2008 for six cycles.
• The first private hospital accredited by the Health Care Accreditation Council (HCAC) since 2008 for seven cycles. 
• The First Hospital in Jordan is certified as a Primary Stroke Center by the American Stroke Association.

Global technology… in the heart of Amman

The Specialty Hospital is also distinguished by its continuous investment in the latest medical equipment and diagnostic and therapeutic technologies. The hospital is equipped with advanced medical imaging systems, including the first 3 Tesla Signa Hero MRI in Jordan, which provides high-quality imaging thanks to artificial intelligence and Air Recon Deep Learning AI technologies. It is also the only CT 512-slice machine in Jordan that accurately images arteries and veins and can capture heart arteries in a single heartbeat. Additionally, it reduces the body’s radiation exposure by 80%. Furthermore, the Specialty Hospital established the first hyperbaric oxygen therapy center in Jordan. 

These technological systems enable early diagnosis, precise treatment plans, and reliable medical decisions based on high-quality data — the fundamental pillar for the success of any international medical treatment plan.

Medical achievements that place it among the global hospitals

No medical tourism destination is complete without a strong medical record. And here, the Specialty Hospital clearly excels.

It includes the largest operating theatre department in the private sector in Jordan (21 rooms), the largest intensive care and critical care department (30 beds), and the largest neonatal department (28 incubators), all equipped with the latest technologies and staffed by qualified personnel under the supervision of consultants with global expertise.

 The hospital has achieved unprecedented medical milestones in: advanced cardiac surgeries for children and adults, organ transplants with a focus on kidneys and cochlear implants, in addition to bone marrow transplants, neurosurgeries, tumor surgeries, spinal surgeries, and joint replacements.

• The first hospital in Jordan to perform minimally invasive cardiac surgery.
• The first hospital in Jordan to perform laparoscopic heart valve replacement operations.
• Transcatheter aortic valve (TAVI) is performed for the first time in Jordan. 
• The first center to implant a pacemaker in a 2-kilo 2-day-old baby.
• The first hospital in Jordan to transplant a kidney into a 4-year-old child, and it was successful.
• The first private hospital in Jordan to introduce HIPEC surgery.
• The first private hospital to use the Navigation System for Brain Tumor Removal, in addition to using 5-ALA technology for the removal of Glioma in the brain.

In 2021, the Specialty Hospital has accomplished a new medical achievement in Jordan, which is the first successful separation of conjoined twins in Jordan, the twins Ahmed and Mohammed came from Yemen conjoined and returned fully recovered, an accomplishment that reflects the level of competence and comprehensive care at the hospital.

The medical tourism journey

Medical tourism is not just about treatment; it’s about the entire patient journey. Here, the Specialty Hospital stands out as a leading model. It has established a dedicated department to serve patients coming from abroad, which reviews medical reports, facilitates travel arrangements, welcomes patients, coordinates appointments, follows up on treatment, and maintains communication after their return to their home country.

This model makes the treatment journey smoother and less stressful, which is a crucial element for patients traveling from distant countries in search of hope. Jordan’s location, stability, and medical advancements also make it an ideal environment for medical tourism.

In a world where medical destinations compete, the Specialty Hospital is no longer just an option… but a regional hub of medical trust and medical tourism.